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Nairobi.R 4,717 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,717, select.

Nairobi.R 4,996 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,996, select.

Nairobi.R 5,163 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Oct.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Sun, 5 Oct, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,163, select.

Nairobi.R 5,358 per passenger.Departing Sat, 21 Feb.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,358, select.

Nairobi.R 5,374 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Mar.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Sat, 14 Mar, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,374, select.

Nairobi.R 5,600 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May.One-way flight with Ryanair.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,600, select.

Nairobi.R 5,606 per passenger.Departing Wed, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Wizz Air UK.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air UK, departs from London Gatwick on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,606, select.

Nairobi.R 6,087 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from London Stansted on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,087, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from London to Nairobi

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London to Nairobi: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 4,717
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	8 hrs, 51 mins
Most popular airline	Virgin Atlantic
Average flights per week	477

Finding cheap flights from London to Nairobi: Frequently asked questions

How many airports are there in Nairobi?

There are 2 airports in Nairobi: Nairobi Wilson and Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta.

How much are return flights from London to Nairobi?

The best price we found for a return flight from London to Nairobi is R 9,282. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from London to Nairobi?

8 hours and 50 minutes is the average flight time from London to Nairobi.

Which airlines fly direct from London to Nairobi?

Virgin Atlantic, Kenya Airways and Delta fly direct from London to Nairobi.

How many flights are there a week from London to Nairobi?

As of September 2025, there are 212 flights per week flying from London to Nairobi.

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to Nairobi?

The cheapest month to fly from London to Nairobi is usually November.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Nairobi?

If you're flying from London, the cheapest airport near Nairobi is Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta – which is 13.2 km away from the centre of Nairobi. We've found flights into this airport from R 9,282.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from London to Nairobi on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from London to Nairobi on Tuesday, 25 November 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from London to Nairobi?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 50 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from London to Nairobi?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Nairobi but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Nairobi?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Nairobi is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

What’s the weather like in Nairobi?

In September, the average temperature is usually around 20°C. April is typically the warmest month in Nairobi, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is June, with temperatures averaging 13°C. The rainiest month is April.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from London to Nairobi with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi is Wizz Air Malta. And the cheapest airline that flies to Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is Kenya Airways.

Travelling from London to Nairobi: what you need to know

When organising a flight from London to Nairobi, you'll have a good choice of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
Touch down in Nairobi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).
Around 8 hours 50 minutes is how long you'll be in transit on a direct London to Nairobi flight.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Nairobi three hours ahead of London.
The most popular route for flights from London to Nairobi is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Choose from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to set off at the first opportunity, the earliest flight from LHR to NBO is the 09:45 British Airways service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 18:50 with British Airways.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your London to Nairobi flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during high season in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from London to Nairobi

Book two months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap London to Nairobi flights.
May is the best month for landing a fantastic deal on a plane ticket from London to Nairobi. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Flying from London

London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

If you're looking for a direct flight from London to Nairobi, you can depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Get from LHR to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) without making any stops.
Lock in your London to Nairobi plane tickets with British Airways. This airline is a popular choice for direct flights from LHR.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper London to Nairobi flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from London Heathrow Airport. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
LHR is about 26 kilometres from central London. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Planning to catch an early flight from London to Nairobi? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)

You can book a direct flight from London to Nairobi out of London Gatwick Airport (LGW). Nonstop services from LGW will take you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO).
From LGW, you can lock in a direct London to Nairobi plane ticket with Kenya Airways.
Visit friends or family or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your London to Nairobi flight, check out these options when setting off from London Gatwick Airport:
- Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
- Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
- King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
LGW is around 40 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from London to Nairobi, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance rate of 69%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport land at their destination on time.

Stansted Airport (STN)

Whether just for an hour or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little less stressful. When jetting out of Stansted Airport (STN), you can book a ticket from London to Nairobi stopping at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS).
The journey to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Nairobi flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels near Stansted Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:
Flights that leave from STN reach their destination as scheduled 64.73% of the time.

Arriving in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is approximately 13 kilometres from central Nairobi. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take around 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Nairobi, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near NBO:
Grab a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport rental car and discover Nairobi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Auto-Union, Green Motion and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your London to Nairobi flight.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

After your flight from London to Nairobi has arrived, you can reach the city centre in about 15 minutes by car. Central Nairobi is roughly 2 kilometres from Wilson Airport (WIL).
You can expect the journey to take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from London to Nairobi, tuck yourself in at a hotel near WIL. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Why wait around for public transport? A Wilson Airport rental car lets you start exploring right away. Turn up the music and hit the open road with a set of wheels from Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
Save time at the rental desk by completing your booking beforehand. Secure your ride from WIL a few weeks in advance so you can simply grab the keys and be on your way.

Best time to go to Nairobi

February is the quietest month for flights from London to Nairobi, while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Nairobi based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Lock in a London to Nairobi ticket departing in March if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Nairobi to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap flights from London to Nairobi in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.

More about Nairobi

Start your Nairobi trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from London to Nairobi, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Nairobi National Park, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Westlands Maasai Market D at the roof top are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Nairobi itinerary.

Explore more of Kenya

Mombasa is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be explored after you've seen Nairobi. Around 434 kilometres to the south-east, its top attractions include Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
Nakuru is another standout destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres north-west of Nairobi. No journey is complete without seeing ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest.